Card Ingest (macOS)

Import. Organize. Start Editing Faster.

Card Ingest is a focused macOS ingest tool designed for photographers who want a clean, reliable import workflow before editing begins.

Instead of manually copying files and creating folders in Finder, Card Ingest automatically builds a structured library during import — ready for Lightroom, Capture One or any professional workflow.

A Structured Import Workflow

Insert your SD card.
Choose the file types you want to import.
Select your destination folder.

Card Ingest reads the EXIF capture date and safely copies your files into a logical folder structure:

YYYY / MM / DD

Mixed shooting days are separated automatically.

No manual sorting.
No forgotten files.
No confusion later.

Designed for Real Shoots

Import RAW, JPEG, MP4 or selected file types only

Organize using EXIF capture date

Automatic date-based folders

Custom naming templates using tokens like {DATE} and {COUNTER}

MD5 duplicate detection

Simulation Mode preview before copying files

Your originals remain untouched.

Why Not Finder?

Finder copies files.

Card Ingest builds a structured archive.

Instead of fixing chaos afterwards, your files arrive organized from the start — saving time every time you shoot.

Card Ingest — because organization should feel effortless.

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